Lead Medical Lab Scientist | Vancouver, WA

with professional standards of practice. May perform administrative responsibilities of the laboratory section assuming additional technical or non-technical responsibilities as needed. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Demonstrate thorough knowledge of test methodologies and quality control.

Monitor specimen preparation and test analyses to ensure that acceptable levels of analytic performance (external and internal quality controls) are maintained. Ensure all instrument maintenance is performed and documented; administer all established quality control procedures and troubleshoot instruments effectively when appropriate. Develop and communicate staffing schedules.

Assist in the review and interpretation of tests, lot to lot verification, instrument comparisons and instrument results. Assure that all remedial actions are taken whenever test systems deviate from the established performance specifications.

Provide training to testing personnel. Provide support for clinical laboratory technologists by acting as the primary point of escalation. Assist in the preparation of laboratory inspections. Demonstrate technical expertise and perform duties of clinical laboratory technologist, as needed. Ensure safety and security in the environment in all aspects of the daily activities, and any potential safety hazards are addressed and corrected immediately.

Understand the ergonomic relationship between people, equipment and working environment Maintain strong communication with leadership, team members in all areas of the lab, and customers.

Demonstrate an awareness of client expectations and seek ways to satisfy. Demonstrate proficiency in all laboratory computer-related tasks. Telephone and email messaging. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Able to consistently demonstrate essential clinical competencies for this role and license/certification. Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment. Attention to detail and maintain accurate logs.

Ability to collaborate with other lab and clinic staff. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's Degree required. Professional certification Medical Technologist (ASCP), Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP) or equivalent Minimum of one year of MLS experience required. Pay Range: $35.81 - $53.71 The above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work required in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive description of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of those assigned to this job.

We offer a competitive Total Rewards Program. Eligibility for benefits is dependent on factors such as position type and FTE. Benefit-eligible employees qualify for benefits beginning on the first of the month following one month of employment. Vancouver Clinic offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, long term disability, health savings account, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, and multiple supplemental benefits (voluntary life, critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, legal services, etc. ). We also offer a 401k retirement plan, with employer contributions after your first year of employment.

Benefits-eligible employees accrue PTO and Personal Time based on hours worked and State worked, totaling 120 hours in the first year for full time staff and 200 hours in the first year for full time supervisors and above, increasing in subsequent years. PTO and Personal Time accruals are pro-rated by FTE/hours worked. Non-benefits eligible employees will accrue Personal Time based on hours worked and State worked. Employees will also enjoy up to six paid holidays per year, depending on schedule.

Contact your recruiter for more information. Vancouver Clinic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Vancouver Clinic does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, gender identity or expression, interactionual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Vancouver Clinic is an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Offers are contingent on successful completion of background screen and immunization requirements.